Report links Pete Hegseth to bigoted pastor and crusader imagery
politicsReport links Pete Hegseth to bigoted pastor and crusader imagery
Substack and magazine pieces allege Hegseth’s pastor pushes Christian‑nationalist 'crusade' rhetoric and 'Deus Vult' symbols.
open.substack.com
The Onion reaches deal to take over Infowars platform
journalismThe Onion reaches deal to take over Infowars platform
Reports say The Onion agreed to license the Infowars name and site amid Alex Jones’ legal and financial troubles.
M5.0 aftershock strikes off Kamchatka coast
cultureM5.0 aftershock strikes off Kamchatka coast
Two quakes hit April 21, M4.7 then M5.0, off Kamchatka, depths reported around 10, 40 km, GFZ/EMSC alerts.
Hawks stun Knicks 107-106, tie first-round series 1-1
sportsHawks stun Knicks 107-106, tie first-round series 1-1
Atlanta rallied from a big deficit as CJ McCollum scored 32 to beat New York 107‑106 at MSG, series evened at 1‑1.
espn.com
Jacob Fatu interrupts The Bloodline, demands Roman Reigns title shot
sportsJacob Fatu interrupts The Bloodline, demands Roman Reigns title shot
Jacob Fatu confronted Roman Reigns and the Usos on RAW, declaring he 'needs' the World Heavyweight Championship at Backlash.
Jon Stewart dissects Trump’s 'Art of the Deal' Iran strategy
tvJon Stewart dissects Trump’s 'Art of the Deal' Iran strategy
Daily Show segment argues Trump’s Iran approach is failing and breaks down the policy missteps.
Cubs beat Phillies 5-1, extend win streak to six
sportsCubs beat Phillies 5-1, extend win streak to six
Colin Rea tossed a quality start and Dansby Swanson hit a 3‑run homer as Chicago won 5‑1 for their sixth straight victory.
open.substack.com
Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for $250 million
journalismKash Patel sues The Atlantic for $250 million
FBI director Kash Patel filed a $250M defamation suit over an Atlantic article alleging heavy drinking and unexplained absences
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, players share islands and custom miis
gamingTomodachi Life: Living the Dream, players share islands and custom miis
Nintendo’s Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream (released Apr 16) has fans obsessing over island updates, custom miis and price complaints
Trump derails Iran ceasefire talks after brag about seizing ship
politicsTrump derails Iran ceasefire talks after brag about seizing ship
Trump's brag about seizing a ship prompted Iran to refuse the next round of ceasefire negotiations
newrepublic.com
Virginia voters urged to Vote YES on April 21 referendum
politicsVirginia voters urged to Vote YES on April 21 referendum
Ballot would allow the General Assembly to redraw congressional districts before 2031; activists push turnout April 21
Speed Racer returns to IMAX in limited rerelease
moviesSpeed Racer returns to IMAX in limited rerelease
Fans report packed IMAX screenings for the 4K remaster, with strong crowd reactions to the theatrical presentation
Victor Wembanyama named NBA Defensive Player of the Year
sportsVictor Wembanyama named NBA Defensive Player of the Year
Spurs 22-year-old wins 2025-26 Kia NBA Defensive Player of the Year, youngest and first unanimous winner
nba.com
Report says Trump was blocked from accessing nuclear codes
newsReport says Trump was blocked from accessing nuclear codes
Mirror reports the head of the U.S. military refused Trump's attempt to access nuclear codes during a White House meeting
Crystal Palace 0-0 West Ham as Hammers lift gap on rivals
sportsCrystal Palace 0-0 West Ham as Hammers lift gap on rivals
West Ham earn a point at Selhurst Park, widening the gap with relegation rivals and affecting the survival race.
skysports.com
Ana Paula Renault informed of her father's death during BBB26
tvAna Paula Renault informed of her father's death during BBB26
Production showed Ana Paula a family message; her father died two days before the show's final
cnnbrasil.com.br
7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes off northeastern Japan, tsunami warning issued
news7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes off northeastern Japan, tsunami warning issued
Japan Meteorological Agency reports M7.4 off Sanriku coast; tsunami warnings and evacuations issued for Hokkaido and Tohoku
bbc.com
U.S. opens portal for $166 billion in tariff refund claims
financeU.S. opens portal for $166 billion in tariff refund claims
U.S. Customs launched the CAPE portal to let importers and businesses file claims for roughly $166 billion in tariff refunds
bbc.com
Wembanyama scores 35 as Spurs beat Trail Blazers 111-98
sportsWembanyama scores 35 as Spurs beat Trail Blazers 111-98
Victor Wembanyama pours in 35 points in his playoff debut to lead San Antonio to a 111-98 Game 1 win.
sportskeeda.com
King Charles marks Queen Elizabeth II's 100th birthday
On April 21, King Charles III and Queen Camilla viewed the 'Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style' exhibition at the King’s Gallery in London as centenary commemorations took place in Regent’s Park. Lady Sarah Chatto joined them during the gallery visit. Charles released a video message paying tribute on what would have been Elizabeth II's 100th birthday, noting she was born in 1926 and reigned for 70 years. The exhibition displays the queen's tiaras, dresses and personal memorabilia and runs until 18 October 2026.